Do you know that there is a branch of dentistry that is called restorative dentistry? Its focus is just as it sounds – to restore the teeth, mouth or gums to workable and functional conditions. There are many processes in this area of dentistry and they will each offer solutions to different issues. Dr. Gohard and the team at A Healthy Smile Dentistry in Florham Park, NY are happy to provide patients with dental restorations of many different kinds.
One of the most frequently used restorations is dental crowns. These are custom crafted to fit over the remainder of a tooth that has been damaged or decayed. Our team repairs the tooth and stabilizes and then a durable crown is made to match the surrounding teeth and is bonded over the original tooth to offer protection and prevent any further damage.
The treatment known as bonding is another very common way we provide restorative dentistry. This also helps to restore a tooth that has been damaged or decayed. Dr. Gohard removes the decayed or infected area and then fills it with the bonding agent. This is typically a composite or porcelain that is then permanently bonded to the tooth and sealed. It will look exactly like the natural tooth and perform in the same manner. It will be a workable and durable tooth, but it will be the result of a restoration.
Dental restorations can also include fillings too. If a tooth has so much decay that a substantial amount of the tooth is removed, it is filled properly and typically we cover such large fillings with dental crowns. This guarantees that the tooth can remain healthy and stable and that no further breakage or damage can occur thanks to the hard shell that the crown offers.
Whether you are in need of minor restoration and require some bonding, or you have more extensive damage to a tooth or several teeth, we have a long list of restoration procedures. We offer tooth-colored fillings that can be used to replace less functional amalgam fillings. We offer crowns and bonding as well as dental veneers and even more complex dental implants that are all meant to restore your mouth and teeth to their most functional and healthy conditions.
Should you have any questions about your options for dental restorations, do not hesitate to give us a call at 973-377-2222. You can also use our online contact form and one of our staff will get back to you promptly.